It was supposed to be a trip consisting of 12 NFL players. But thanks to some poor judgment from Minister of Strategic Affairs and Public Diplomacy Gilad Erdan, who bragged about the trip, Michael Bennett dropped out, followed by 6 others. Then there were 5.

Not ideal, and some may say a PR disaster. But at least those who have come – Calais Campbell of the Arizona Cardinals, Dan Williams of the Oakland Raiders, Cameron Jordan of the New Orleans Saints, Delanie Walker of the Tennessee Titans, and Philadelphia Eagles player Mychal Kendricks – seem to be having a ball, judging by their social media posts.

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